In 1662 Bavaria, a hangman is framed for murder, and his daughter fights to save him in a labyrinthine city full of danger and intrigue.
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In 1662 Bavaria, a hangman is framed for murder, and his daughter fights to save him in a labyrinthine city full of danger and intrigue.
The year is 1662. After the hangman Jakob Kuisl is framed for his sister's murder, his daughter Magdalena and her paramour, Simon, enlist the help of a network of beggars in order to save him from the noose. Navigating the labyrinthine city, they learn there is much more behind the false accusation than a personal vendetta: a plan that will endanger the entire German Empire. Chock-full of fascinating historical detail, The Beggar King brings to vibrant life another tremendous tale of an unlikely...
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Brief mentions of romantic relationships; no explicit scenes depicted.
Frequent violent scenes including torture and murder; graphic descriptions of dungeon settings and execution methods.
Minimal use of strong language; occasional mild profanity.
Occasional alcohol use in social settings; not a central theme.
No LGBTQIA+ characters or themes present.
Minor references to 17th-century religious context; not central to the plot.
No witchcraft or occult themes depicted.
No evidence found in available sources.
Themes of political intrigue and power struggles within the German Empire.
No self-harm or suicide themes present.
Depictions of poverty, systemic cruelty, and harsh treatment of beggars and prisoners.
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